On April 6 and 7, Rachel Zegler Last Five Years fans will have the opportunity to see the 25th anniversary concert staging of Jason Robert Brown’s acclaimed two-person musical at Radio City Music Hall. This exclusive New York engagement follows performances at the Hollywood Bowl on April 3 and a London run from March 24 to 29 at the London Palladium, all directed and conducted by Brown himself.
Revisiting a Groundbreaking Story of Love and Loss
The Last Five Years narrates the rise and fall of a five-year relationship between novelist Jamie Wellerstein and actress Cathy Hiatt through an innovative narrative: Jamie’s story moves forward in time, while Cathy’s unfolds backward. Since its 2001 debut and an off-Broadway run in 2002, the musical has become a milestone for theater lovers, inspiring revivals, a 2014 film, and a Broadway production last year. This concert version highlights the intimate nature of the piece while embracing the scale of some of the nation’s largest venues.
Star-Powered Cast Brings Depth and Popularity
Ben Platt, a Tony Award winner for Dear Evan Hansen with recent credits including Parade, joins Rachel Zegler, known for her starring roles in Romeo + Juliet, Evita, and major films such as West Side Story and The Hunger Games series. Their collaboration promises to blend both Broadway expertise and contemporary appeal, elevating this special event amid the show’s milestone celebrations.
Tickets and Anticipation for a Must-See Concert
Tickets for the U.S. performances will be available starting Friday, February 6 at 10 a.m. Given the combination of a beloved breakup musical, two leading stars at the height of their careers, and the iconic Radio City Music Hall as venue, demand is expected to be high. Fans should prepare for a swift sell-out on this rare opportunity to experience The Last Five Years in this format.
A Defining Moment for Theater Devotees
This limited concert run not only commemorates a quarter-century of The Last Five Years’ impact on musical theater but also brings renewed attention to its emotional and structural brilliance. With Jason Robert Brown personally leading the direction and conducting, audiences can anticipate a compelling and authentic experience, reinforcing the show’s standing as an essential work in contemporary theater.
“Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler are teaming up for a strictly limited concert staging of The Last Five Years, landing at Radio City Music Hall on April 6 and 7 as part of the show’s 25th anniversary celebrations.” — Source
“The Last Five Years charts the rise and fall of a five-year relationship between novelist Jamie Wellerstein and actress Cathy Hiatt, told in a famously brain-bending structure where Jamie moves forward in time as Cathy moves backward.” — Source
“Platt, who won a Tony for Dear Evan Hansen and most recently appeared in Parade, brings both Broadway pedigree and pop-star presence. Zegler arrives fresh off acclaimed stage turns in Romeo + Juliet and Evita, plus boasts a film resume that includes West Side Story and The Hunger Games franchise.” — Source
